WARRI, Nigeria — On Saturday, February 6, 2026, the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) Warri Nigeria Section (Section 104) hosted an international virtual career development session titled "Networking and Career Opportunities through SPE Membership."
The event, conducted via Zoom, was organized in collaboration with the Federal University of Petroleum Resources Effurun (FUPRE) SPE Student Chapter, the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) SPE Student Chapter, and the Robert Gordon University SPE Student Chapter.
Leveraging Global Professional Networks for Career Growth
Moderated by Akosua Asante of the SPE KNUST Chapter, the session focused on strategic pathways for students and young professionals to convert active SPE participation into long-term career success. Featured speaker Matthew Bright, a Project Engineer at Rentec Engineering Ltd, delivered a key presentation detailing actionable networking approaches, industry alignment, and professional skill acquisition.
Key insights from the session included:
- Strategic Networking: Navigating global SPE platforms to establish professional connections with industry practitioners and academic researchers.
- Value Extraction from Membership: Maximizing access to technical papers, international conferences, and specialized training programs to enhance technical competence.
- Transitioning to Industry: Translating student leadership roles and volunteer initiatives into tangible career opportunities within the energy sector.
The leadership of SPE Warri Section 104—including Section Chair Dr. Adetona Oluwaseun, Programs Chair Engr. Elvis Duruji, Young Professionals Chair Lucky Emiemie, and Young Professionals Co-Chair Oghenenyore Peter—emphasized the importance of cross-chapter collaboration in developing global energy leaders.